Republic of the Philippines

National Police Commission

PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE
POLICE REGIONAL OFFICE 7
MANDAUE CITY POLICE OFFICE
POLICE STATION 5
Opao, Mandaue, City

MEMORANDUM

FOR: PCOL. RIGOR CRUZ

PNP CITY DIRECTOR REGION 7

FROM: PMAJ KEVIN TAYONG

STATION COMMANDER

SUBJECT: Spot Report re Stabbing Incident that resulted to the Death of Juan Dela Cruz

DATE: December 3, 2024

FACTS OF THE CASE:

A complaint Miya Dela Cruz, Filipino, a 28-year-old, married, wife of a victim and a
resident of sitio Waling-Waling Opao Mandaue reported to this office and requested to
put into a record that the stabing happened near the UCLM gate 10 of
Opao Mandaue City, Cebu around 10:35 in the morning of December 1, 2024.
According to the report of the witness (wife of the victim) of the said incident, that the suspect
had an argument with his husband while drinking alcohol(RedHorse). I saw the suspect had
grab something which is a knife and stab my husband multiple times.
Upon further investigation, it was identified that the suspect is Pedro pindoko,
Filipino, 30 years old, Single, Construction worker, and a resident of sitio Waling-Waling
Opao Mandaue City, Cebu, the case is still being investigated, the suspect has been arrested.
A progress report will follow.
DISPOSITION: For record as requested.

Issued this 1st of Decemeber 2024, Opao Mandaue city, Cebu, Phillipines

PMAJ KEVIN TAYONG

Station Commander
 Republic of the Philippines
National Police Commission
PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE
POLICE REGIONAL OFFICE 7
MANDAUE CITY POLICE OFFICE
STATION 5
Opao, Mandaue, City

REPUBLIC OF THE PHILLIPINES)

PROVINCE OF CEBU) S.S.
CITY OF MANDAUE
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AFFIDAVIT OF ARREST

We, the UNDERSIGNED Police Officers, both members of the Philippine National Police,
presently assigned at the Mandaue City Police Office Station 5 do hereby depose and state
THAT:

01. We are among the members of the Philippine National Police (PNP) who conducted
entrapment operations at Opao Mandaue city located along Sitio waling-waling opao Mandaue
City, Cebu

02. Said operation stemmed from the complaint of the wife of the victim for
violation of murder under article 248 of the RPC which was referred to our office by the
complainant ( Miya Dela Cruz) against Pedro Pindoko, 30 years old, Single, Filipino and residing
at the sitio waling-waling Opao Mandaue City, Cebu;

03. On the complaint dated December 2, 2024, Miya Dela Cruz wife of the victim
heard that his husband and the suspect had arguing something and it was under influence of
alchol that lead to the suspect(Pedro Pindoko) to stab Juan Dela Cruz (victim) multiple times
that result of the death of Juan Dela Cruz.

04. Upon receipt of their said complaint, our office planned out an entrapment
operation against the suspect. At about 10:45 AM of December 2, 2024, the undersigned
together with the complainant proceeded at the pre-arranged;

05. Upon arrival thereat, complainants waited for the suspect to arrive while we the
undersigned seated near the table of the complainants. At about 10:45 AM, suspect arrived and
approached the complainants and after few conversation, complainants handed over the police
to immediately effect arrest;

06. Seized and recovered in the possession and control of the arrested person were
the following, to wit:

a.) Knife with stain Blood;

b.) Bottle of Alchohol ( Redhorse) and

b.) Other evidence confiscated;

 07. Suspect together with the seized and recovered evidence was brought to the
Philippines National Police (PNP) Custudian for booking and proper disposition. Likewise, the
arrested person was apprised of their rights as provided for under the Constitution of the
Philippines.

08. The report of the PNP Crime Laboratory Group Physical Identification Report No.
1234 dated December 3,2024, revealed that suspect Pedro Pindoko was positive and matches
the evidence.

We executed this joint affidavit to attest the truthfulness of the foregoing facts and to
support the filing of Criminal Cases against Pedro Pindoko for violations of murder under Article
248 of the RPC.

AFFIANTS SAYETH NAUGHT.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we hereunto affixed our signature this 3 rd day of December

2024 at Mandaue City, Cebu.

PMSG ALU CARD Corporal CLAUD DE LEON

Affiant Affiant

SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me this 3rd day December 2024 at Mandaue City
Cebu. I HEREBY CERTIFY that I have personally examined the herein affiants and I am satisfied
that they voluntarily executed and understood their given affidavit.

GEORGE CLONY
Administering Officer
 Republic of the Philippines
National Police Commission
Philippine National Police
POLICE REGIONAL OFFICE 7
MANDAUE CITY POLICE OFFICE
MADAUE STATION
Opao, Mandaue, City

December 2, 2024
The Honorable City Prosecutor
Prosecutors Office
Mandaue

Attention: Inquest Prosecutor

Sir/Madame;

I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to formally endorse the case of stabbing
incident involving Pedro Pindoko, as detailed in the attached spot report. The incident occurred
on December 2, 2024, in Mandaue City, resulting in the death of Juan Dela Cruz

According to the report, Pedro pindoko, aged 30, a construction worker, is accused of fatally
stabbing the victim, the victim and the suspect was drinking alcohol while drinking they had
arguing something that lead to stab Juan Dela Cruz.

The circumstances leading to the incident appear to be connected to personal issues involving
family matter. We are requesting your office’s thorough examination of the case to determine
the appropriate legal actions to be taken.Enclosed with this letter is the full spot report for your
reference. Kindly inform us of any further actions or documentation that may be required for
the swift resolution of this case. We remain at your disposal should you need additional
information or assistance.
Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your guidance and support in
ensuring that justice is served.

SUSPECT/ACCUSED:

Pedro Pindoko, 320years old, construction worker, and residing at sitio Waling-Waling
Opao Mandaue City, Cebu.

COMPLAINANT/S:

The State, represented by the Family

DATE, TIME AND PLACE OF OCCURRENCE:

December 2, 2024, at approximately 10:35 A.M., Sitio Waling-Waling Opao, Mandaue

City, Cebu at outside of their house.
ATTACHEMENTS/ENCLOSURES:

a. Endorsement Letter
b. Spot Report
c. Progress Report
d. Final Report
f. Affidavit of arrest
g. Request for Laboratory Examination of evidence collected at the place of incident
h. Result of Crime Laboratory Examination
i. Crime Scene Pictures
 Republic of the Philippines
National Police Commission
PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE
POLICE REGIONAL OFFICE 7
MANDAUE CITY POLICE OFFICE
STATION 5
Opao, Mandaue, City

MEMORANDUM

FOR: PCOL. RIGOR CRUZ

PNP CITY DIRECTOR REGION 7

FROM: PMAJ KEVIN TAYONG

STATION COMMANDER

SUBJECT: Progress report Stabbing Incident that resulted to the Death of Juan Dela Cruz

DATE: December 4, 2024

1.Reference: Memo from this office (Spot Report) dated December 4, 2024 subject as above.

2. Above reference pertains to the stabbing incident that transpired to December 2, 2024 at
about 10:35 o’clock in the morning sitio waling-waling, near uclm gate 10 opao Mandaue City,
Cbeu. Where in victim Juan Dela Cruz 28 years old, married, construction worker and a resident
of sitio waling-waling Opao Mandaue City, Cebu. The victim was declared dead on the spot at
the crime scene. While the suspect was arrested after the incident and he is now under the
custody of this office for proper disposition.

3. Investigation conducted by this office disclosed that the motive of the incident was the both
parties had an issue of family matter and it was triggered when they were drunk. The office
invited the witness to shed light in this particular incident.

4. A case of Murder is being prepared by this office for filling in court against the suspect. Any
development of this case will br submitted to the office as soon as obtained.

5. For information.

PMAJ KEVIN TAYONG

STATION COMMANDER

Republic of the Philippines

 National Police Commission
PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE
POLICE REGIONAL OFFICE 7
MANDAUE CITY POLICE OFFICE
STATION 5
Opao, Mandaue, City

MEMORANDUM

FOR: PCOL. RIGOR CRUZ

PNP CITY DIRECTOR REGION 7

FROM: PMAJ KEVIN TAYONG

STATION COMMANDER

SUBJECT: Final report Stabbing Incident that resulted to the Death of Juan Dela Cruz

DATE: December 7, 2024

1. Reference:
a. Memo dated December 2, 2024: Initial report on the incident detailing the
circumstances surrounding the murder.

b. Memo dated December 4, 2024: Update on the progress of the investigation,

including any leads or developments in identifying and apprehending the
suspect.

2. The incident happened on December 2, 2024, around 10:35 AM. Monday, at the
residence of sitio waling-waling Opao Mandaue City, Cebu.

3. Pedro Pindoko ( suspect) and Juan Dela Cruz (victim) were influence in liquor and they
also had personal problem in their history and it was triggered when they were
arguing while influence by the liquor and the Pedro Pindoko grab the knife to stab
multiple times to Juan Dela Cruz.

4. At around 10:35 AM on December 2, 2024 Pendro Pindoko forcefully stab Juan Dela
Cruz, the incident was happen outside their house they were neighbour near at UCLM
gate 10.

5. Upon receiving reports of trouble, the police promptly responded to the incident
location Opao Mandaue Cebu City, Cebu. They carefully investigated the argument
between Juan Dela Cruz and Pedro Pindoko., gathering evidence including knife with
blood stain, and other relevant items from the scene for further analysis. Additionally,
they interviewed witnesses, such as family and neighbors, to gain a clear
understanding of the events. Immediate medical assistance was provided to Armateo,
but unfortunately, he was pronounced dead on the spot. Pedro Pindoko cooperated
with the police, providing his account of the incident. The police chief announced
plans to file a murder case against Pedro Pindoko pending test results. The
investigation remains ongoing as authorities await further test results and seek to
understand the circumstances surrounding the tragic outcome.
6. Conclusion: These events outline the build-up to the tragic stabbing, emphasizing the
escalating tension between Juan and Pedro. As the investigation continues,
authorities await further tests and legal procedures.

7. The investigation into what happened between Juan Dela Cruz and Pedro Pindoko.
uncovered some important points. The situation quickly got out of hand, mainly
because Juan and Pedro was acting aggressively and making triggered to Pedro. Juan
and Pedro was apparently drunk, which probably made things worse. Pedro had knife
in his back and suddenly grab it and stab toward Juan. Miya Dela Cruz says Pedro
suddenly stab his wife while they were arguing something. Pedro personal issues,
especially problems with his family, likely added to the tension. While in the
investigation they recovered some broken glass with blood stain at the scene.

8. For your information

PMSG CARDO DALISAY

TL Investigator
 Republic of the Philippines
National Police Commission
PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE
POLICE REGIONAL OFFICE 7
MANDAUE CITY POLICE OFFICE
STATION 5
Opao, Mandaue, City

MEMORANDUM

FOR : PCOL. KEN FERNANDEZ

Chief, Forensic Unit 7

FROM : PMAJ KEVIN TAYONG

Chief, Station 5

SUBJECT : Request for Laboratory Examination of Evidence

DATE : December 3, 2024

Dear PCOL. KEN FERNANDEZ,

I respectfully request the laboratory examination of evidence collected at the incident scene on
December 2, 2024 at sitio waling-waling Opao Mandaue City, Cebu. Involving the stab incident
resulting the death of Juan Deal Cruz.

Evidence for Examination:

 Knife with bloodstain

 Cloth Bloodstain
 Glass with bloodstain

Please provide the findings in a detailed forensic report as soon as possible to assist in the
investigation. Feel free to contact me at [email protected] for further details.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Respectfully yours,
PETER POKER Approved by: Police Major KEVIN TAYONG
Senior Inspector Police Chief Station 5
[email protected]
 Republic of the Philippines
National Police Commission
PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE
POLICE REGIONAL OFFICE 7
MANDAUE CITY POLICE OFFICE
STATION 5
Opao, Mandaue, City

MEMORANDUM

To : PMAJ KEVIN TAYONG

STATION 5 COMMANDER

FROM : PCOL.KEN FERNANDEZ

Chief, Forensic Unit 7

SUBJECT : Result of Crime Laboratory Examination of Evidence

DATE : December 8, 2024

Laboratory Name: PNP- Regional Forensic unit 7

Address: Sudlon Barangay Lahug, Cebu City, Philippines
Case Number: 2023-CR-456
Date of Examination: December 3, 2024
Submitted By: Officer Jane Doe, Crime Unit
Examination Requested: Blood Analysis

Sample Information

 Sample ID: SAMPLE-98765

 Type of Sample: Blood
 Collection Date: November 30, 2023
 Collection Location: Crime Scene, 456 Main St, Crime City

Examination Results

1. Blood Type Identification:

o ABO Group: O
o Rh Factor: Positive (O+)
2. DNA Analysis:
o DNA Profile: Matched with Suspect A (Sample ID: SUSPECT-12345)
o Major Alleles Identified: 13, 16, 19, 21, 24
o Probability of Inclusion: 1 in 1,000,000 (highly indicative of a match)
3. Toxicology Screening:
o Substances Detected:
 Ethanol: 0.05 g/dL (low concentration)
 No illegal drugs detected.
 4. Microscopic Examination:
o Observation: Normal erythrocytes (red blood cells) present. No contamination
noted.
5. Blood Stain Pattern Analysis:
o Pattern Type: Cast-off pattern observed on the wall adjacent to the victim.
o Interpretation: Suggests blunt force trauma.

Chain of Custody

 Sample collected by Officer Jane Doe on December 4, 2024.

 Transported to the laboratory in sealed evidence bag.
 Received by Laboratory Technician John Smith on December 3, 2024.

Conclusion

The blood sample from the crime scene is identified as type O+, matching the DNA profile of
Suspect A. Additionally, the presence of a low concentration of ethanol was noted. The blood
stain pattern analysis suggests possible blunt force trauma.

Prepared By:
Pltcol, Emily Johnson
Head-Medeco legal Team
PNP-Regional Forensic Unit 7
Date: December 8, 2024